2025 40 Under Forty Awards

Young Professional of the Year -

 This award recognizes a young professional who demonstrates exceptional leadership, significant professional achievements, and dedicated community service. The nominee should be viewed as a role model for young professionals in the Volusia-Flagler area, inspiring others through their commitment to excellence and positive impact on the community.

Young Private Sector Professional of the Year - 

This award honors a young professional employed in the private sector who exhibits strong leadership, professionalism, and active participation in local organizations to improve the community. The nominee should be seen as a role model for young professionals in the private sector within the Volusia-Flagler area, showcasing a balance of career success and community engagement.

Young Professional Rising/Shining Star of the Year -

 This award celebrates a young professional who shows outstanding leadership, notable professional accomplishments, and dedicated community service. The nominee should be someone advancing rapidly in their career, demonstrating potential for future leadership, and regarded as a role model for young professionals in the Volusia-Flagler area.

Young Small Business Professional of the Year - 

This award is for a young professional who is employed by, owns, or manages a small business with fewer than 50 employees. The nominee should demonstrate leadership, professionalism, and strong community involvement, contributing to the growth and success of their business while making a positive impact on the local community.

Young Local Government Officer of the Year - 

This award recognizes a young local government officer who shows exceptional volunteerism and community involvement. The nominee's volunteer hours and specific projects should highlight their role as a change agent making the community a better place, showcasing their dedication to public service and community improvement.

Most Charitable Young Professional of the Year -

This award honors a young professional who demonstrates outstanding volunteerism and community involvement. The nominee should provide exceptional support through both monetary contributions and volunteer service to local non-profit organizations, exemplifying a commitment to philanthropy and making a significant difference in the lives of others.